Institutional investors, including private equity firms, are acquiring manufactured housing communities across the U.S., triggering substantial rent hikes for residents who own their homes but lease the land beneath them. The trend is driven by institutional investors targeting the sector for its stable cash flows, with some rent increases exceeding 100% after acquisitions by larger corporate owners. Mobile home park residents, who often face limited relocation options, are disproportionately affected by these operational changes. The acquisitions are part of a broader strategy by institutional investors to consolidate the sector, leveraging its predictable revenue streams. While the article does not disclose specific transaction values or the number of parks acquired, it highlights the financial impact on residents and the sector's growing appeal to institutional capital.